Assist IA personnel regard network security and compliance requirements.
Perform installation, testing, and validation of network components both remotely and on-site.
Monitor network performance, troubleshoot SD-WAN related issues, and optimize WAN connectivity.
Document network architecture, configurations, and best practices.
Support deployments, upgrades, and migrations as required.
Required Skills
Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of overall related experience or Master with 10+ years. Specific experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree.
Experience in remotely configuring networking or transport devices.
Strong experience with Cisco SD-WAN (Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN/Viptela or Meraki)
Expertise in routing protocols (BGP,OSPF,EIGRP) and WAN technologies.
Ability to interpret network topology diagrams and implement configuration changes.
Experience in in-band and out-of-band network management.
Strong knowledge of VPN, IPSec, and on-premises deployment of SD-WAN Infrastructure.
Security+ Certification.
Must possess an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility clearance.
Must possess current DoD 8570 certification at IAT level II (Security+CE)
Proficiency with Cisco IOS-XE, vManage, and Network automation tools.
Basic Linux Administration or command line interface (CLI) experience.
Desired Skills
Cisco CCNP Enterprise or CCNP Security certification.
Experience managing configuration using Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager
Hands-on experience with SD-WAN policy-based routing, traffic engineering, and performance monitoring.
Experience in network security protocols, TLS, PKI, and Zero Trust models.
Proficiency with network management tools such as SolarWinds or Splunk.
Proficiency in at least two or more of the following devices: Cisco Catalyst 8300, Cisco Catalyst 8500, Cisco 1000 ISRs, General Dynamic KG175
Proficiency in at least one of the following tools: SolarWinds or Junos Space
JNCIA or JNCIP
Proficiency with RADIUS, SNMP, and NTP protocols
General knowledge of TLS and PKI
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Original Posting
August 24, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range
Pay Range $116,350.00 - $210,325.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
